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HONDA INTEGRA (DC5) TYPE-R - Alpha Model AM02-0070 1/24 Scale Model Build Guide

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HONDA INTEGRA (DC5) TYPE-R 1/24 Scale Model Build Guide (AlphaModel)

I. Unboxing

After unpacking the product, take out all the parts bags and the car body. Since there is a risk of damage during transportation by the logistics company, you must first check whether the parts are damaged. The A-pillars, brake calipers, rims and other small parts are more easily damaged. After confirming that the parts are not damaged, please check whether the etching sheet has any bending or damage and whether the water sticker has stains. After confirming that all standard items are in good condition, you can start preparations for production.

Alphamodel will make a nameplate corresponding to the car model in the etching film of each set of products. Players can color the nameplate and place it in the display box together with the finished car, which is very high-end.

AlphaModel's products feature precise mold making, and their production technology is particularly sophisticated in vehicle shell production. The resulting shells are precisely contoured, with smooth surfaces free of burrs and shrinkage, deep engravings, and sharp edges. These features significantly reduce the difficulty of production, making them ideal for beginners.

Each vehicle has its own unique color scheme and design. Before production, refer to the actual vehicle photos. The product manual will indicate the color of each component for easy reference during painting. During the production process, we require the necessary tools, such as a liner pen, sandpaper, sponge sandpaper, instant glue, tweezers, a scriber, a pen knife, and etching bending pliers. Having the right tools will enhance the crafting experience and make it easier for users to create high-quality static models.

Clean all parts thoroughly with dishwashing liquid or another oil-removing agent suitable for resin materials. Because the surface of the workpiece is coated with a layer of grease and mold release agent, painting without cleaning it directly will result in fish-eyes, poor paint adhesion, and discoloration. After cleaning, simply allow to dry.

II. Preparation

First, inspect the 1/24 Scale bodywork. The bottom of the side skirts will typically have some unevenness. Sand them down with sandpaper to level them. After ensuring there are no missing pieces, use a 0.15-caliber scoring knife to deepen the markings. While the bodywork's markings are relatively clear, they'll need to be deepened manually to create a more three-dimensional effect after completion. This prevents bleed-through and allows for natural shading to enhance the texture of the markings.

When scoring, apply pressure gradually, gradually increasing from light to heavy. Start by making a few light cuts along the markings, then gradually apply pressure. For curved lines, use a curved scoring knife to deepen the markings. If you don't have a scoring knife, use a straight-headed scoring knife to avoid going outside the markings to avoid further trouble. Also, pay attention to the blade angle; don't create curved lines as straight lines.

After using paper sandpaper to sand and level the entire car body, it is necessary to use sponge sandpaper to remove the coarse sanding marks. After sanding, you can spray a layer of putty and then check for defects.

The position of the front shovel drop needs to be engraved with additional lines, and the lines should be engraved from light to heavy and from shallow to deep along the raised edge.

III. Painting

For the body color, I used white and added a few drops of yellow, so that the color and texture of the real car can be roughly reproduced. Before spraying the main color, you need to first spray gray water putty to unify the base color, and then spray white putty as the base color, and finally spray the body color. Whether you are spraying the base color or the main color, you must carefully observe whether the spraying is uniform. These two colors are low-coverage colors, and uniform spraying is very important.